Publication Date
Spring 4-16-2025
Presentation Length
Poster/Gallery presentation
College
College of Education
Department
Education, Department of
Student Level
Undergraduate
SPARK Category
Research
Faculty Advisor
Cathy Eschete
WELL Core Type
Intellectual Wellness
SPARK Session
8-9
Presentation Type
Poster
Summary
This presentation explores the Power of Play in speech therapy, focusing on how games and storytelling enhance language development. By incorporating familiar stories and pretend play, speech-language pathologists can spark greater engagement and expression in students. Drawing on research that highlights the cognitive and communicative benefits of play-based learning, this study is supported by observations of a middle school child working with a speech pathologist. The findings suggest that integrating playful, narrative-driven activities can significantly support language growth and confidence in young learners.
Recommended Citation
Feron, Roqaua H., "Power of Play" (2025). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 232.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/232
